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Claflin University Baseball

Claflin University (Claflin) · Orangeburg, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate65%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate52%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,852Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Claflin University Baseball coaches

Coaches at Claflin University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Claflin University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.claflin.edu
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Accounting and Business/ManagementAfrican-American/Black StudiesBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiotechnologyBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
52% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$16,476
Campus

Where it is

Claflin University in Orangeburg.

Location
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
United Methodist
Time zone
Eastern
Website
claflin.edu
Overview

About Claflin University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Gerardric Dobbs, the Head Baseball Coach, leads the Claflin University Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Claflin University (Claflin) competes in NCAA Division II Baseball as a member of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Claflin University is a small private school in Orangeburg, South Carolina with 1,852 undergraduates, a 65% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Claflin University Baseball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Gerardric Dobbs, the Head Baseball Coach and Nate Caldwell, the Assistant Baseball Coach. Claflin University has 3 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Gerardric can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Claflin University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Claflin University Baseball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Claflin University D2?

Yes. Claflin University competes in NCAA Division II Baseball, in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Claflin University public or private?

Claflin University is a private nonprofit school in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

What conference is Claflin University Baseball in?

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Claflin University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Claflin University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Claflin University Baseball have?

3 coaches, led by Gerardric Dobbs, the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Claflin University Baseball?

Gerardric Dobbs is the Head Baseball Coach.

When can Claflin University Baseball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Claflin University Baseball?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Claflin University cost?

In-state tuition is $16,476 and out-of-state tuition is $16,476 a year.

What is the Claflin University acceptance rate?

65% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Claflin University Baseball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026